2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 recalls and problems

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mercedes-Benz dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 recalls

Recall 24V-874: Visibility

Reported Nov 19, 2024 · 33,456 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

Recall 22V-954: Visibility

Reported Dec 23, 2022 · 131,653 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and may detach.

Risk: A detached sunroof panel may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands NHTSA recall number 19V-918. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023010004, 2023010005, and 2023010006.

Recall 19V-918: Visibility

Reported Dec 20, 2019 · 747,928 vehicles affected · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Problem: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf

Risk: A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.

2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Power Train1
Engine1
Electrical System1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 108,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 123,600 miles · reported Jun 8, 2017
I was driving my car and it suddenly turned off on me. I tried to start it again but it would crank but not turn on. I had a lil less than half a tank of gas but there was no gas being delivered to the engine. After inspecting the fuel sending unit I notised that the plastic around the wire connector pins was a bit melted and there was a small hole that went straight trough the sending unit cover. I replaced the sending unit but the melting still continues. It seems like the wire gets too hot and the plastic melts around the pins. Im afraid this can even cause a fire since all the fuel is just…
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 94,500 miles · reported Oct 1, 2013
The fuel tank on my 2003 c32 leaked. The symptom was a strong gas odor inside the vehicle. Upon further inspection, there was fuel leaking from under the vehicle. I took it to the mechanic, and he diagnosed it as a leaking fuel tank. When he removed it, he showed it to me and I saw the part that was cracked, which was below the rear seat of the car. There appears to be a widely known malfunction with fuel tanks for mercedes. This was a very stressful event, especially with fuel leaking outside the car and not knowing what could happen (Fire risk, etc).

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32: 24V-874 (visibility), 22V-954 (visibility), 19V-918 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Mercedes-Benz AMG C32?

Owners report fuel system, gasoline problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 108,000 miles.

Are Mercedes-Benz recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.